Electrical Technician

Oxford Brookes University is looking to recruit an experienced, reliable and highly motivated Electrical Technician as a member of the Estates team to undertake planned, preventative and responsive maintenance across residential and academic buildings within the University Estate, working on both commercial and domestic buildings. Electrical Technicians play a proactive role within a motivated and innovative team, delivering key objectives to meet directorate and university-wide requirements.
 
As one of the largest employers in Oxford, we pride ourselves in the great experience we offer our staff. You’ll be joining a friendly, professional environment where every member of staff is recognised as important to the success of Oxford Brookes University. This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Estates Electrical Team for our Estates & Campus Services Department.
 
The University has adopted equity, diversity and inclusion as core values. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates whatever their background, and especially from BAME candidates who are under-represented in our workforce, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. Applicants with a disability can be reassured that Oxford Brookes is a Disability Confident employer. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.
 
Working hours for Electrical Technician

This is a full-time post which is 37 hours, typically Monday to Thursday 8 am to 4.30 pm and Friday 8 am - 4 pm, but Oxford Brookes is supportive of flexible working, part-time working and job sharing. Applicants who would like to have a working arrangement like this are encouraged to apply for this post. If you would like to speak to discuss this role further please contact Stuart Clyne, Electrical Team Manager sclyne@brookes.ac.uk so that arrangements can be made to hold a telephone call or video call. There is an on-call allowance paid to this role with a rota of 1 / 8 weeks (£140.62 / month).
 
Overall Purpose of the post of Electrical Technician

To carry out planned, preventative and reactive Electrical services across the University’s Estate, including maintenance of service records, maintenance schedules and Service Desk PPMs.
 
Qualifications and Experience for the post of Electrical Technician

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job, but we realise the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist. So, if you are excited about working for us, go ahead and apply. You could be exactly what we need.
 
Qualifications: A recognised apprenticeship in electrical services. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification. 18th Edition IET Wiring regulations.
 
Experience: Significant post-apprenticeship operational experience in electrical services maintenance and installation.
 
Benefits

As an Electrical Technician you will also enjoy the benefits of working at Oxford Brookes University with up to 38 days of holiday, rising to 41 days of holiday (this includes 13 Bank Holidays and Concessionary Days), a generous Local Government pension scheme (19.2% Employer contribution rate), cycle to work scheme and access to a variety of university facilities (NHS Dentist, Brookes Nursery, Gym and sports facilities).  

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